Citroen e-C3 X vs Kia Seltos
Should you buy Citroen e-C3 X or Kia Seltos? Find out which car is best for you - compare the two models on the basis of their Price, Size, Space, Boot Space, Service cost, Mileage, Features, Colours and other specs. Citroen e-C3 X price starts at Rs 11.99 Lakh ex-showroom for Live (Electric) and Kia Seltos price starts Rs 11 Lakh ex-showroom for HTE (Petrol).
e-C3 X Vs Seltos
| Key Highlights | Citroen e-C3 X | Kia Seltos |
|---|---|---|
| On Road Price | Rs.13,91,487* | Rs.25,69,511* |
| Range (km) | 325 | - |
| Fuel Type | Electric | Diesel |
| Battery Capacity (kWh) | 29.2 | - |
| Charging Time | 57 Min- (10%-80%) | - |
Citroen e-C3 X vs Kia Seltos comparison
- Citroen e-C3 X
- Live (Electric) 11.99 Lakh*
- Live (O) (Electric) 12.35 Lakh*
- Top SellingShine (Electric) 13.26 Lakh*
Rs13.26 Lakh *VS - Kia Seltos
- HTE Diesel (Diesel) 12.94 Lakh*
- HTE (O) Diesel (Diesel) 14.04 Lakh*
- HTK Diesel (Diesel) 15.04 Lakh*
- HTE (O) Diesel AT (Diesel) 15.32 Lakh*
- HTK (O) Diesel (Diesel) 16.14 Lakh*
- HTK Diesel AT (Diesel) 16.34 Lakh*
- HTK (O) Diesel AT (Diesel) 17.44 Lakh*
- HTX Diesel (Diesel) 17.54 Lakh*
- HTX A Diesel (Diesel) 18.64 Lakh*
- HTX Diesel AT (Diesel) 18.84 Lakh*
- HTX A Diesel AT (Diesel) 19.94 Lakh*
- GTX Diesel AT (Diesel) 20 Lakh*
- X-Line Diesel AT (Diesel) 20 Lakh*
- GTX A Diesel AT (Diesel) 20.32 Lakh*
- X-Line A Diesel AT (Diesel) 20.32 Lakh*
- X-Line (O) Diesel AT (Diesel) 21.82 Lakh*
- GTX (O) Diesel AT (Diesel) 21.82 Lakh*
- HTE (Petrol) 11 Lakh*
- HTE (O) (Petrol) 12.42 Lakh*
- HTE (O) Turbo iMT (Petrol) 13.22 Lakh*
- HTK (Petrol) 13.42 Lakh*
- HTE (O) iVT (Petrol) 13.72 Lakh*
- HTK Turbo iMT (Petrol) 14.22 Lakh*
- HTK (O) (Petrol) 14.52 Lakh*
- HTK iVT (Petrol) 14.72 Lakh*
- HTK (O) Turbo iMT (Petrol) 15.30 Lakh*
- HTK (O) iVT (Petrol) 15.82 Lakh*
- HTX (Petrol) 15.92 Lakh*
- HTK (O) Turbo DCT (Petrol) 16.62 Lakh*
- HTX A (Petrol) 17.02 Lakh*
- HTX iVT (Petrol) 17.22 Lakh*
- HTX Turbo DCT (Petrol) 18.02 Lakh*
- HTX A iVT (Petrol) 18.32 Lakh*
- X-Line iVT (Petrol) 18.72 Lakh*
- GTX iVT (Petrol) 18.72 Lakh*
- HTX A Turbo DCT (Petrol) 19.12 Lakh*
- GTX Turbo DCT (Petrol) 19.52 Lakh*
- X-Line Turbo DCT (Petrol) 19.52 Lakh*
- GTX A iVT (Petrol) 19.82 Lakh*
- X-Line A iVT (Petrol) 19.82 Lakh*
- GTX A Turbo DCT (Petrol) 20 Lakh*
- X-Line A Turbo DCT (Petrol) 20 Lakh*
- GTX (O) Turbo DCT (Petrol) 21.57 Lakh*
- X-Line (O) Turbo DCT (Petrol) 21.57 Lakh*
Rs21.82 Lakh *
Basic Information
| On-Road Price in New Delhi | Rs.13,91,487* | Rs.25,69,511* |
| Finance Available (EMI) | Rs.27,239/month Get EMI Offers | Rs.48,907/month Get EMI Offers |
| Insurance | Rs.51,924 | Rs.93,054 |
| User Rating | Based on 88 Reviews | Based on 51 Reviews |
| Brochure | Brochure not available | |
| Running Cost Running cost per km measures the expense of driving your EV per kilometer. Running Cost/Km = (Battery Capacity of EV * Per Unit Electricity Cost ) / Range on full charge. ✕ | ₹0.90/km | - |
Engine & Transmission
| Engine Type Engine type in car refers to the type of engine that powers the vehicle. There are many different types of car engines, but the most common are petrol (gasoline) and diesel engines ✕ | Not applicable | 1.5l CRDi VGT |
| Displacement (cc) The displacement of an engine is the total volume of all of the cylinders in the engine. Measured in cubic centimetres (cc) ✕ | Not applicable | 1493 |
| No. of Cylinders ICE engines have one or more cylinders. More cylinders typically mean more smoothness and more power, but it also means more moving parts and less fuel efficiency. ✕ | Not applicable | 44 Cylinder Cars |
| Battery Capacity (kWh) | 29.2 | Not applicable |
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Fuel & Performance
| Fuel Type | Electric | Diesel |
| Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres) | - | 47 |
| Emission Norm Compliance Indicates the level of pollutants the car's engine emits, showing compliance with environmental regulations. ✕ | ZEV | BS VI 2.0 |
| Top Speed (kmph) | 107 | - |
Suspension, Steering & Brakes
| Front Suspension The system of springs, shock absorbers, and linkages that connects the front wheels to the car body. Reduces jerks over bad surfaces and affects handling. ✕ | MacPherson Strut suspension | MacPherson Strut suspension |
| Rear Suspension The system of springs, shock absorbers, and linkages that connects the rear wheels to the car body. It impacts ride quality and stability. ✕ | Rear twist beam | Rear twist beam |
| Steering Type The mechanism by which the car's steering operates, such as manual, power-assisted, or electric. It affecting driving ease. ✕ | Electric | Electric |
| Steering Column The shaft that connects the steering wheel to the rest of the steering system to help maneouvre the car. ✕ | - | Tilt & Telescopic |
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Dimensions & Capacity
| Length (mm) The distance from a car's front tip to the farthest point in the back. ✕ | 3981 | 4460 |
| Width (mm) The width of a car is the horizontal distance between the two outermost points of the car, typically measured at the widest point of the car, such as the wheel wells or the rearview mirrors ✕ | 1733 | 1830 |
| Height (mm) The height of a car is the vertical distance between the ground and the highest point of the car. It can decide how much space a car has along with it's body type and is also critical in determining it's ability to fit in smaller garages or parking spaces ✕ | 1604 | 1635 |
| Wheel Base (mm) Distance between the centre of the front and rear wheels. Affects the car’s stability & handling . ✕ | 2540 | 2690 |
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Comfort & Convenience
| Power Steering Mechanism that reduces the effort needed to operate the steering wheel. Offered in various types, including hydraulic and electric. ✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Automatic Climate Control Automatically adjusts the car’s cabin temperature. Removes the need to manually adjust car AC temperature every now and then & offers a set it and forget it convenience. ✕ | - | 2 Zone |
| Accessory Power Outlet 12V power socket to power your appliances, like phones or tyre inflators. ✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Seat Headrest Adjustable cushions on the top of the rear seats that provide head support for passengers. They increase the comfort and safety of passengers. ✕ | - | Adjustable |
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Interior
| Navigation or Infotainment Mid Closeup | ||
| DashBoard | ||
| Instrument Cluster | ||
| Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel | Yes | Yes |
| Glove Box It refers to a storage compartment built into the dashboard of a vehicle on the passenger's side. It is used to store vehicle documents, and first aid kit among others. ✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Interior Lighting | - | Ambient light |
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Exterior
| Available Colours | Platinum Grey Polar White Steel Grey Cosmo Blue e-C3 X Colours | Glacier White Pearl Magma Red With Aurora Black Ivory Silver Gloss Pewter Olive Frost Blue +7 MoreSeltos Colours |
| Body Type | HatchbackAll Hatchback Cars | SUVAll SUV Cars |
| Adjustable Headlamps | - | Yes |
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Safety
| Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) A safety system that prevents a car's wheels from locking up during hard braking to maintain steering control. ✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Brake Assist | - | Yes |
| Central Locking A system that locks or unlocks all of the car's doors simultaneously with the press of a button. A must-have feature in modern cars. ✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Child Safety Locks Safety locks located on the car's rear doors that, when engaged, allows the doors to be opened only from the outside. The idea is to stop the door from opening unintentionally. ✕ | Yes | Yes |
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ADAS
| Forward Collision Warning | - | Yes |
| Blind Spot Collision Avoidance Assist | - | Yes |
| Lane Departure Warning | - | Yes |
| Lane Keep Assist | - | Yes |
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Advance Internet
| Over the Air (OTA) Updates | - | Yes |
| Over Speeding Alert | Yes | Yes |
| In Car Remote Control App | Yes | - |
| Remote Door Lock/Unlock | Yes | - |
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Entertainment & Communication
| Radio AM/FM radio tuner for listening to broadcasts and music. Mainly used for listening to music and news when inside the car.✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Wireless Phone Charging Charges phones wirelessly via a charging pad. Useful feature for users with a smartphone that supports wireless charging.✕ | - | Yes |
| Bluetooth Connectivity Allows wireless connection of devices to the car’s stereo for calls or music.✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Touchscreen A touchscreen panel in the dashboard for controlling the car's features like music, navigation, and other car info.✕ | Yes | Yes |
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Pros & Cons
- Pros
- Cons
Citroen e-C3 X
- Easy to drive: Does not require a learning curve for first-time EV buyers
- Spacious and practical cabin: Good space for four 6-footers and plenty storage options
- Good range: Enough for city driving and some small trips
Kia Seltos
- Plenty of charging options for the entire family: 5 USB type-C ports with front wireless phone charging
- Feature-rich: Dual 12.3-inch displays, panoramic sunroof, 8-speaker Bose sound system, 360-degree camera and Level-2 ADAS
- Engine and transmission options: Gets three engines, including a diesel, each with the option of a manual or automatic transmission
- Ride quality: Feels comfortable with improved cushioning than before
Citroen e-C3 X
- Limited performance: Does not provide an exciting driving experience
- Misses features: Does not get auto AC and push button start
- Hefty price: Huge premium over the standard C3
Kia Seltos
- Not as poised around a corner as before: Comfy suspension has reduced the sharpness in handling
- Polarising looks: New bold design is a big departure from the earlier sharp and sporty look
- Fuel efficiency with the turbo-petrol and diesel-automatic won’t be great
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